The Skin Solution I Can't Live Without

For today’s feature, 10 Cool Finds from Lifescript Editors, we came up with a top 10 list of the things we love. We’ve covered the gamut from beauty products to TV shows, even to digital media. I contributed the skin fix that took me years to find.

Neutrogena. Zap Zit. Proactive. You name it, I’ve tried it. Some offered temporary solutions, while others didn’t work at all. Then there were those that I relied for years before settling down with my absolute must-have.

Proactiv Refining Mask. I’m so there. Many acne treatments use benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid to banish breakouts – and for many, they work perfectly well. But for my stubborn skin, I knew I needed something stronger; hence the 6% sulfur. I used this Proactive product as a weekly facial mask or nightly on problem areas. It did the trick for a little while, but soon my skin became immune and I found it to be a little pricey.

Queen Helene Mint Julep Masque. This product only costs a few bucks at your local drugstore. I relied on it for many years; if my skin ever got irritated from overuse of other products, this one always soothed my face. Like the Proactiv Refining Mask, the Mint Julep Masque contains sulfur (though in smaller amounts). I used it a few times a week and never felt any extra dryness or irritation.

And then I found it. THE mask.

The Mario Badescu Drying Mask. The little 2-oz. pot goes a long way, and this stinky mask got rid of all the pesky things that cause acne. Blackheads? I rarely get ‘em now. And those cysts? Gone. Read more about my take on this mask over on Lifescript.com.

What about you? What are the skin products (or any other products) you simply can’t live without?

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emilyb

I live by Purpose face wash and a prescription of Tazorec cream for any pimples that pop up.

emilyb

I live by Purpose face wash and a prescription of Tazorec cream for any pimples that pop up.

http://twitter.com/goodskinla GoodSkin LA

Purity & Benefit, both by Cosmedix. Also, Dirty Girl Cleanser by Pure Junkie. All of these products are chirally correct and can now be ordered directly from the company!

http://twitter.com/goodskinla GoodSkin LA

Purity & Benefit, both by Cosmedix. Also, Dirty Girl Cleanser by Pure Junkie. All of these products are chirally correct and can now be ordered directly from the company!

http://www.lifescript.com AmandaNatividad

Thanks for the recommendations! What skin problems did these products solve for you?

http://www.lifescript.com AmandaNatividad

Thanks for the recommendations! What skin problems did these products solve for you?

http://www.lifescript.com AmandaNatividad

I see Purpose all the time but I've never tried it. It looks to me like one of those classic goodies, like Cetaphil. What's the active ingredient in Tazorec cream?

http://www.lifescript.com AmandaNatividad

I see Purpose all the time but I've never tried it. It looks to me like one of those classic goodies, like Cetaphil. What's the active ingredient in Tazorec cream?

emilyb

Tazarotene, which must be pretty magical. I've struggled with acne my whole life, and now that I finally have it under control, Tazorac is my go-to when I get the occasional breakout. And purpose is like Cetaphil, but with a better texture and smell.

emilyb

Tazarotene, which must be pretty magical. I've struggled with acne my whole life, and now that I finally have it under control, Tazorac is my go-to when I get the occasional breakout. And purpose is like Cetaphil, but with a better texture and smell.

http://www.lifescript.com AmandaNatividad

You've struggled with acne too? Wow, I never would have known!

http://www.lifescript.com AmandaNatividad

You've struggled with acne too? Wow, I never would have known!

emilyb

Big time. I have scars to prove it. I've been prescribed every drug from my derm known to man, and the thing that finally fixed it was a drug called spironolactone (used for lowering blood pressure) and getting a series of microdermabrasions and chemical peels.

emilyb

Big time. I have scars to prove it. I've been prescribed every drug from my derm known to man, and the thing that finally fixed it was a drug called spironolactone (used for lowering blood pressure) and getting a series of microdermabrasions and chemical peels.

http://twitter.com/LauraAGaffney Laura Gaffney

I live for my microdermabrasion sessions to even out my skin tone, increase collagen levels, and give my face a healthy glow.

http://twitter.com/LauraAGaffney Laura Gaffney

I live for my microdermabrasion sessions to even out my skin tone, increase collagen levels, and give my face a healthy glow.

http://twitter.com/LauraAGaffney Laura Gaffney

Mario Badescu products are great plus they send you a $10 gift certificate for you birthday to use online. My go to beuty essentials are Estee Lauder Soft/Clean Cleanser and Toner, Resilience Lift Extreme Ultra Firming Mask, Perfectionist Serum, and Hydra Bright Moisturizer with SPF during the day and w/out SPF at night for bed. The 8 hours you sleep at night helps rejuvenate youthful skin and moisturizer aids in this reconstructive process. I am a product QUEEN!

http://twitter.com/LauraAGaffney Laura Gaffney

Mario Badescu products are great plus they send you a $10 gift certificate for you birthday to use online. My go to beuty essentials are Estee Lauder Soft/Clean Cleanser and Toner, Resilience Lift Extreme Ultra Firming Mask, Perfectionist Serum, and Hydra Bright Moisturizer with SPF during the day and w/out SPF at night for bed. The 8 hours you sleep at night helps rejuvenate youthful skin and moisturizer aids in this reconstructive process. I am a product QUEEN!

http://twitter.com/LauraAGaffney Laura Gaffney

Oh…and I should also point out that Estee' Lauder offers you free shipping on online orders for your birthday!

http://twitter.com/LauraAGaffney Laura Gaffney

Oh…and I should also point out that Estee' Lauder offers you free shipping on online orders for your birthday!

goodskinla

Laura, If you are ever in Studio City, please make an appt for a comp Microdermabrasion!

goodskinla

Laura, If you are ever in Studio City, please make an appt for a comp Microdermabrasion!

http://twitter.com/LauraAGaffney Laura Gaffney

Well thank you very much! I will take you up on that offer. I make it up to LA quite a bit for client meetings. How may I contact you?

http://twitter.com/LauraAGaffney Laura Gaffney

Well thank you very much! I will take you up on that offer. I make it up to LA quite a bit for client meetings. How may I contact you?

goodskinla

Wonderful! You can always reach us by email at info@goodskinla.com, or by telephone at 818-980-0104. We are located in the Tujunga Village in Studio City-across the street form Aroma Cafe.

goodskinla

Wonderful! You can always reach us by email at info@goodskinla.com, or by telephone at 818-980-0104. We are located in the Tujunga Village in Studio City-across the street form Aroma Cafe.

goodskinla

The Purity and The Dirty Girl cleanser are great for oily skin, problem skin and as a fantastic exfoliation tool if left on for a few minutes. The Benefit cleanser is a more gentle product. I like to alternate between the Purity and the Benefit. My adult acne is gone, and skin is hydrated, soft and glowing. You can find them at http://www.Cosmedix.com and the Dirty Girl at http://www.pureskinjunkie.com.

goodskinla

The Purity and The Dirty Girl cleanser are great for oily skin, problem skin and as a fantastic exfoliation tool if left on for a few minutes. The Benefit cleanser is a more gentle product. I like to alternate between the Purity and the Benefit. My adult acne is gone, and skin is hydrated, soft and glowing. You can find them at http://www.Cosmedix.com and the Dirty Girl at http://www.pureskinjunkie.com.

goodskinla

Hi Amanda, One more thing. For anyone suffering with acne, Pure Skin Junkie has an amazing product called Clear Skin Mask. It can also be used to spot treat. We have had incredible feedback from all of our clients on this product. http://www.pureskinjunkie.com

goodskinla

Hi Amanda, One more thing. For anyone suffering with acne, Pure Skin Junkie has an amazing product called Clear Skin Mask. It can also be used to spot treat. We have had incredible feedback from all of our clients on this product. http://www.pureskinjunkie.com

http://www.lifescript.com AmandaNatividad

Those all sound like great products! While I'm totally satisfied with the Mario Badescu mask, I'm always looking for new cleansers and masks to alternate with. I really like that the Clear Skin Mask can be used as a spot treatment. Thanks!

http://www.lifescript.com AmandaNatividad

Those all sound like great products! While I'm totally satisfied with the Mario Badescu mask, I'm always looking for new cleansers and masks to alternate with. I really like that the Clear Skin Mask can be used as a spot treatment. Thanks!

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ldrdesigns

Wow, that's some pretty harsh drugs. Retinaldehyde that is used in Pure Skin Junkie products is the precursor to retinoic acid (aka retin! and Tazarotene) except there are no harsh side effects, no liver toxicity and it clears up acne in a snap! All natural ingredients, too that are healthy. I saw below that someone else recommended them. I think everyone should read their website. Sooooo much valuable info if you like that stuff! web site is http://www.pureskinjunkie.com

ldrdesigns

Wow, that's some pretty harsh drugs. Retinaldehyde that is used in Pure Skin Junkie products is the precursor to retinoic acid (aka retin! and Tazarotene) except there are no harsh side effects, no liver toxicity and it clears up acne in a snap! All natural ingredients, too that are healthy. I saw below that someone else recommended them. I think everyone should read their website. Sooooo much valuable info if you like that stuff! web site is http://www.pureskinjunkie.com

ldrdesigns

I was reading the posts below and found out that some are still using some pretty harsh drugs. Retinaldehyde that is used in Pure Skin Junkie products is the precursor to retinoic acid (aka retinA and Tazarotene) except there are no harsh side effects, no liver toxicity and it clears up acne in a snap! All natural ingredients, too that are healthy. I saw below that someone else recommended them. I think everyone should at least read their website. Sooooo much valuable info if you like that stuff! web site is http://www.pureskinjunkie.com

ldrdesigns

I was reading the posts below and found out that some are still using some pretty harsh drugs. Retinaldehyde that is used in Pure Skin Junkie products is the precursor to retinoic acid (aka retinA and Tazarotene) except there are no harsh side effects, no liver toxicity and it clears up acne in a snap! All natural ingredients, too that are healthy. I saw below that someone else recommended them. I think everyone should at least read their website. Sooooo much valuable info if you like that stuff! web site is http://www.pureskinjunkie.com